1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 203 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
